using varenicline (Chantix) for ALCOHOL abuse and dependence

August 2013

You'll hear increasing interest in using varenicline (Chantix) for ALCOHOL abuse and dependence.

It stems from some patients reporting less desire to drink alcohol while using varenicline to stop smoking.

This isn't a big surprise...nicotinic receptors play a significant role in the rewarding effects of both nicotine and alcohol.

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